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L-C3850-48-L-E Overview
L-C3850-48-L-E-C3850 48PORT LAN BASE TO IP SVCS ELECTRONIC RTU LICS is a high-performance network management license designed to enable advanced IP services on enterprise-grade switching hardware. This product falls under the Network Management category and is compatible with cross-platform management environments, making it an ideal asset for IT administrators managing Cisco network infrastructure.
L-C3850-48-L-E-C3850 48PORT LAN BASE TO IP SVCS ELECTRONIC RTU LICS offers a perpetual, lifetime license tailored for deployment on a single device within enterprise or SMB contexts. It is delivered as a digital key via electronic software delivery, activated online, and comes with vendor support, ensuring seamless integration into virtualized network operating environments and efficient IT management operations.
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L-C3850-48-L-E Specifications
- Use Case
- Enterprise
- Product Type
- Software License
- Software Category
- Network Management
- License Duration
- Lifetime
- User Count
- N/A
- Delivery Method
- Digital Key
- Activation Type
- Online Activation
- Bit Version
- N/A
- Cloud Integration
- N/A
- Support Included
- Vendor Support Required
- License Key Included
- Yes
- ESD (Electronic Software Delivery)
- Yes
- Compliance Certifications
- N/A
- Product Region
- Global
- Device Count
- 1 Device
- Language Support
- English
- License Type
- Perpetual
- Software Format
- Downloadable
- Renewable
- N/A
- Platform Compatibility
- Cross-Platform
- Product Name
- L-C3850-48-L-E-C3850 48PORT LAN BASE TO IP SVCS ELECTRONIC RTU LICS
L-C3850-48-L-E Use Case
Campus Aggregation with Cisco Catalyst 3850 IP Services for Advanced Routing
A large university deploys 48-port Catalyst 3850 switches with the L-C3850-48-L-E license to upgrade from LAN Base to IP Services, enabling OSPF, EIGRP and BGP across its access and distribution layers. By activating dynamic routing, advanced multicast and policy-based routing, IT unifies inter-VLAN traffic, accelerates failover (<50 ms convergence) and simplifies topology management. Benefit: 30% lower latency, improved network resilience and streamlined operations under a single-pane dashboard.
Smart Building IoT Segmentation with Catalyst 3850 IP Services License
A multinational property manager implements 48-port Catalyst 3850 switches with the L-C3850-48-L-E upgrade to activate VRF-Lite, advanced ACLs and granular QoS. This creates isolated virtual networks for IoT sensors, HVAC controls and security cameras while prioritizing mission-critical data flows. Benefit: Zero-trust isolation of thousands of devices, guaranteed 99.9% SLAs for critical systems and simplified policy enforcement across dozens of floors.
Branch Office High-Availability VPN Routing with Catalyst 3850 IP Services
A global retail chain fits each branch with a 48-port Catalyst 3850 switch licensed to IP Services (L-C3850-48-L-E), unlocking DMVPN, BGP multihop and policy-based routing for secure WAN tunnels to HQ and cloud services. Automated path-selection and fast reroute ensure continuous connectivity during link failures. Benefit: 20% reduction in MPLS costs, automated VPN provisioning and 24/7 business continuity with sub-second failover.
Quality Certifications
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Product Comparison Table 
| L-C3850-48-L-E |  C1-C3850-24-L-E |  L-C3850-48-S-E |  L-C3850-24-S-E |  L-C3850-24-L-E | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Product Type | Software License | Software License | Software License | Software License | Software License |
| Software Category | Network Management | Network Management | Network Management | Network Management | Network Management |
| License Type | Perpetual | Perpetual | Perpetual | Perpetual | OEM |
| License Duration | Lifetime | Lifetime | Lifetime | Lifetime | Lifetime |
| Use Case | Enterprise | Enterprise | Enterprise | Enterprise | Enterprise |
| User Count | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Device Count | 1 Device | 1 Device | 1 Device | 1 Device | 1 Device |
| Platform Compatibility | Cross-Platform | N/A | N/A | N/A | Cross-Platform |
| Delivery Method | Digital Key | Digital Key | Digital Key | Digital Key | Digital Key |
| Activation Type | Online Activation | Online Activation | Online Activation | Online Activation | Online Activation |
| Language Support | English | English | English | English | English |
| Bit Version | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Cloud Integration | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Software Format | Downloadable | Downloadable | Downloadable | Downloadable | Downloadable |
| Support Included | Vendor Support Required | Vendor Support Required | Yes | Yes | Vendor Support Required |
| Product Name | L-C3850-48-L-E-C3850 48PORT LAN BASE TO IP SVCS ELECTRONIC RTU LICS | C1-C3850-24-L-E-Cisco ONE C3850-24 LAN Base to IP Services Smart License | L-C3850-48-S-E-C3850 48PORT IP BASE TO IP SVCS ELECTRONIC RTU LICS | L-C3850-24-S-E-C3850 24PORT IP BASE TO IP SVCS ELECTRONIC RTU LICS | L-C3850-24-L-E-C3850 24PORT LAN BASE TO IP SVCS ELECTRONIC RTU LICS |
| License Key Included | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| ESD (Electronic Software Delivery) | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Renewable | N/A | N/A | N/A | No | No |
| Compliance Certifications | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Product Region | Global | Global | Global | Global | Global |
Reviews & Ratings
G
Gareth Mullins
5
Electronic delivery simplified deployment across multiple sites.
H
Henry Blackwood
5
Stable routing features with no post-upgrade issues.
I
Isaac Pemberton
4
Reliable option for enterprises scaling Layer 3 access.
J
Julian Fairbanks
5
Cisco licensing delivered predictable performance improvements.
Questions & Answers
What is the Cisco L-C3850-48-L-E (C3850 48-Port LAN Base to IP Services Electronic RTU License)?
The Cisco L-C3850-48-L-E is an electronic Right-to-Use (RTU) license that upgrades a Catalyst 3850 48-port switch from LAN Base to IP Services feature set, unlocking advanced routing, security and automation capabilities.
What advanced features does the IP Services license on a Catalyst 3850 enable?
The IP Services license provides full Layer 3 routing (OSPF, EIGRP, BGP), MPLS, advanced QoS, VRF, multicast, and Segment Routing to optimize performance, scalability and security across enterprise networks.
How do I activate the electronic RTU license on my Cisco Catalyst 3850?
To activate, retrieve the license authorization code (LAC) from Cisco Software Central, then use the CLI command license install auth <LAC> followed by write memory and reload to enable the IP Services feature set.
Is the Catalyst 3850 IP Services license a permanent upgrade?
Yes, the IP Services RTU license for Cisco Catalyst 3850 switches is a permanent, perpetual license that remains valid through hardware lifetime without recurring fees.
Which Cisco Catalyst 3850 models support the L-C3850-48-L-E license upgrade?
The L-C3850-48-L-E license is compatible with all Cisco Catalyst 3850 48-port switch variants running IOS XE 3.6.5E or later releases.
What is the difference between LAN Base and IP Services on a Catalyst 3850?
LAN Base provides basic Layer 2 switching and limited static IPv4 routing, while IP Services adds full Layer 3 routing protocols, advanced security, SD-Access, MPLS and comprehensive network analytics.
How can I verify successful installation of the IP Services license?
Run the CLI command show license status and confirm that the ipservicesk9 feature is in “Enabled” state; you can also use show version to verify active feature set.
What is the delivery process for an electronic RTU license?
After purchase, Cisco provides a digital license entitlement record and authorization key via email; there is no physical shipment, enabling immediate deployment.
Can I transfer the Catalyst 3850 IP Services license to another switch?
Yes, electronic RTU licenses can be transferred across Cisco Catalyst 3850 switches under the same Cisco Smart Account by revoking the existing license and reapplying it to a new device.
Does the IP Services license include Cisco Software Support and Updates?
The electronic RTU license covers perpetual software usage only; Cisco SMARTnet or Software Support Service contracts are required separately for updates, upgrades and technical support.
What are the prerequisites for installing the IP Services RTU license?
Ensure your Catalyst 3850 is running at least IOS XE 3.6.5E, backed up, connected to Cisco Smart Licensing, and that you have administrative privileges in the associated Smart Account.
How do I troubleshoot IP Services license activation errors?
Verify network connectivity to Cisco Smart Licensing, confirm device time synchronization, review license usage with show license all, and check for syntax errors when entering the authorization code.
How long does it take for Cisco Smart Licensing to register the new RTU license?
License registration with Cisco Smart Licensing is typically near‐real‐time; most devices report entitlement updates within 5–10 minutes of activation.
What benefits does the IP Services license deliver for network performance?
By enabling advanced routing, traffic engineering and multicast, the IP Services license improves convergence times, network resiliency and end-user application performance.
How do I renew or upgrade beyond IP Services on a Catalyst 3850?
To access Cisco DNA or advanced security features, purchase and install a DNA Advantage or Security license through Cisco Smart Accounts; follow similar CLI steps to apply the new entitlement.
Where can I find detailed documentation for the C3850 IP Services feature set?
Comprehensive guides and configuration examples are available on Cisco’s official website under the Catalyst 3850 Series Documentation and Cisco IOS XE Software Configuration Guides sections.